What is celebrated today, the 15th day of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary?
Assumption Day: "The stupendous reality of Mary's Assumption manifests and confirms the unity of the human person and reminds us that we are called to serve and glorify God with our whole being, soul and body," Pope Francis.
Importance of the Mystery of the day of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary
The Virgin Mary is full of grace. The intensity and nature of her graces are different throughout her life; one is the grace at her Conception, another at the Encarnacionanother in the Assumption of Mary into heaven. In the latter, the Virgin Mary receives the fullness of holiness.
The celebration of the Feast of the Assumption of Mary is an ancient feast celebrated in Jerusalem since the 6th century in honor of the Mother of God, probably recalling the consecration of a church in her honor.
This feast, a century later, spread throughout the East under the name of the Dormition of St. Mary and celebrates her passing from this world and Mary's assumption into heaven.
The dogma of the Assumption
Pope Pius XII, in 1950, declared the Assumption of Mary a dogma of faith. The Virgin Mary, by a special privilege of Almighty God, did not experience corruption: her body, glorified by the Holy Trinity, was united to the soul, and Mary was assumed into heaven, where she reigns alive and glorious, together with Jesus, to glorify God and intercede for us.
In the Apocalypse we can read the passages that relate the Assumption of the Virgin Mary into heaven: "A great sign appeared in heaven: a woman clothed with the sun, the moon at her feet, and on her head a crown of twelve stars (Rev 12:1).
And we, prompted by the liturgy at the vigil Mass of this feast, acclaim Our Lady with these words: Gloriosa dicta sunt de te, Maria, quæ hodie exaltata es super choros angelorum.Blessed are you, Mary, for today you have been raised above the choirs of angels and, together with Christ, you have attained eternal triumph.
The day of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary in Christian life
The Church looks to Mary to contemplate in her what the Church is in her mystery, in her "pilgrimage of faith," and what she will be at the end of her journey, where she awaits, "for the glory of the Most Holy and indivisible Trinity," "in communion with all the saints" she whom she venerates as the Mother of her Lord and as her own Mother.
The Assumption of Mary, Our Lady proposes to us the reality of this joyful hope. We are still pilgrims, but Our Mother has preceded us and is already pointing out to us the end of the path: she repeats to us that it is possible to arrive and that, if we are faithful, we will arrive. Because the Blessed Virgin is not only our example: she is the help of Christians. And at our request -Monstra te esse Matrem-She does not know how, nor does she want to refuse to care for her children with maternal solicitude. It is Christ who passes, 177.
Mary fulfilled in an exemplary way the will of God in her life and that is what led her to reach the glory of God. The Assumption of the Virgin is an example for all Christians.
On Earth we all want to reach God. This is our hope. The Virgin Mary has already achieved this. What she has achieved encourages us. Mary had enormous trust in God and her heart was full of God.
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Prayer for priestly and religious vocations
The Fourth Sunday of Easter is known as the Sunday of the Good Shepherd. The Gospel presents Jesus Christ as the shepherd who calls and gathers his sheep, knows them by name, cares for them, guides and leads them to fresh pastures, searches for the lost sheep and, in his Paschal immolation, gives his life for his sheep.
Pope Francis' message for the 57th world day of prayer for vocations
On March 3, we also celebrated the World Day of Prayer for Religious Vocations. In it, Pope Francis reminds us that, in the saving task born of the paschal mystery, the Good Shepherd needs collaborators.
In his universal prayer intention, the Pope Francis asks to pray for priests "that with the sobriety and humility of their lives, they may engage in active solidarity, especially towards the poorest".
Through humble human instruments, the Lord must continue preaching, sanctifying, forgiving sins, healing physical and moral wounds, comforting the sad, teaching the ignorant and accompanying those who feel alone and abandoned.
They are the different vocations that the Spirit raises up in his Church to continue fulfilling the mission of the Good Shepherd, living like him in chastity, poverty and obedience, at the service of the People of God.
With this prayer for the vocations we thank God for the life and witness of so many priests and consecrated men and women who in pastoral ministry, in prayer, in the work and silence of the cloister, in service to the poor and marginalized, in accompanying the sick and elderly and in the Catholic school are generously spending their lives in the service of God and their brothers and sisters.
The richness brought to the Church by the gift of priestly ministry and consecrated life in its many charisms and institutions is incalculable.
It commits us to think that behind every priestly vocation, there is another call from the Lord to each one of us, Christians, asking for personal effort to ensure the means for their formation and our prayer for their vocation.
The CARF Foundation and its mission towards priests
At the CARF Foundation each year we have more than 800 priests, seminarians and religious who need our help for their formation. They come from more than 100 countries and are being trained in prestigious institutions in Pamplona and Rome in order to help their communities to live a better and fuller life.
The CARF Foundation and its benefactors understand the importance of prayer. Although they don't ask for it, they need your prayers for comfort and to continue their mission. Therefore, on the website you can personalize your prayer for them.
You can also help the Foundation to encourage the habit of praying for vocations among your friends and acquaintances. You can order online a pack to pray for priests that will facilitate this mission.
The church and priests need more committed people like you. With your effort and joy, we can increase the number of scholarships and benefit more priests to make this world a better place.
All the scholarships we offer are destined to a particular priest and you will always have access to his image, names and surnames so that you can put a face to your donation and pray for him and him for you and your family throughout the year.
On this Day and always, may we accompany them with affection and prayer so that they may be faithful to the call they have received and that the Lord may grant us many, holy and generous vocations for the glory of God and the good of the Church.
We must pray for priestly vocations.
Prayer for priestly vocations.
Lord Jesus, present in the Blessed Sacrament, that you wanted to perpetuate yourself among us through your Priests, make their words yours alone, that their gestures are your gestures, may his life be a true reflection of yours.
Let them be the men who speak to God about men. and speak to the men of God. They should not be afraid of service, serving the Church as she wants to be served. May they be men, witnesses of the eternal in our time, walking along the paths of history with your same step and doing good to all.
Be faithful to their commitments, zealous of their vocation and dedication, clear mirrors of one's own identity and may they live with the joy of the gift received. I ask this through your Mother Holy Mary: She who was present in your life will always be present in the life of your priests, Amen.
With the collaboration of: Mr. Juan José Asenjo Pelegrina
10 Minutes with Jesus and the CARF Foundation; synergy that transforms
10 Minutes with Jesus and the CARF Foundation have joined forces to carry the message of the Gospel to thousands of people through digital media and to support the formation of future priests. Find out how you can be part of this evangelizing mission.
What is 10 Minutes with Jesus?
10 Minutes with Jesus is a daily prayer initiative that offers reflections on the Gospel of the day. This project was born with the aim of providing a space for prayer and meditation accessible to all, especially to young people and adults who are looking for a moment of peace and spiritual connection in the midst of their daily routines. Each reflection lasts approximately ten minutes and is designed to be listened to through a variety of different digital channels.
Since its launch, 10 Minutes with Jesus has experienced exponential growth. What started as a local idea has transcended borders, reaching thousands of people. in different countries and in several languages. This diffusion has been made possible thanks to the dedication of the priests involved (among them they call themselves Ignotos so as not to give their names and thus avoid any prominence), and to the effective use of digital platforms such as YouTube, WhatsApp, Telegram, and other means of communication.
Channels to Listen to 10 Minutes with Jesus
10 Minutes with Jesus has become an essential tool for the daily prayer of the people of thousands of people around the world. Thanks to the versatility and accessibility of the digital platforms, this initiative has been able to reach a wide and varied audience.
YouTube is one of the most popular and effective channels for listening to 10 Minutes with Jesus. The free platform enables users to subscribe to the official channel and receive notifications each time a new audio video is posted. This ensures that listeners are not lose any reflection and can easily integrate them into their daily routine. In addition, YouTube offers a visual experience that complements the audio content. The videos often include inspirational images and biblical quotations that enrich the reflection.
But what really stands out is the functionality of the button. Super Like. Thanks to the Super Like at YouTubelisteners can make donations directly to the Foundation. CARF, thus supporting the formation of future priests, which is essential for carrying out this evangelization project.
There are also other ways to access the 10 Minutes with Jesus daily reflections. The The best known is WhatsApp, which allows you to receive the reflections directly on your phone mobile, facilitating daily access. Another messaging platform that offers a channel specific for reflections is Telegram.
You will also find 10 Minutes with Jesus on Spotify and other podcast platforms, ideal for those who prefer to listen to reflections while on the move.
Who are the priests of 10 Minutes with Jesus?
Behind every daily 10 Minutes with Jesus reflection is a dedicated team of priests who are well trained and committed to their pastoral mission. These priests not only share their theological and spiritual knowledge, but they also offer a close and accessible accompaniment of the faithful.
The formation of priests is crucial for the Church and for initiatives such as 10 minutes with . The CARF Foundation is dedicated to ensuring that priests receive an education that is The priest is an integral member of the community, embracing both theological and human aspects. A well-formed priest is able to communicate effectively with the faithful and adapt to the new forms of evangelization, as demonstrated by the priests participating in 10 Minutes with Jesus.
St. Josemaría Escrivá, founder of Opus Dei, emphasized the importance of formation spiritual and academic formation of priests. In his teachings, he commented that the spiritual and academic The priest's training is not limited to theological knowledge, but must encompass all the aspects of human life, so that he can be a true shepherd of souls. These words resonate in the mission of the CARF Foundation and in the dedication of the priests who participate in 10 Minutes with Jesus.
Inspiring Stories from 10 Minutes with Jesus listeners
The influence of "10 Minutes with Jesus" is reflected in the numerous testimonials from listeners. who have found comfort, inspiration, and a deeper connection to their faith through these daily reflections. A young professional commented: "Since I started listening to 10 Minutes with Jesus, every morning I feel my day begin with purpose and peace. These reflections help me to focus and remember the importance of my faith in every aspect of my life. life".
10 Minutes with Jesus and the CARF Foundation have created a powerful alliance that not only leads to the message of the Gospel to thousands of people around the world, but it also supports the formation of priests, which are fundamental for evangelization. The active participation of the faithful, either by listening to the reflections, or by making donations through the Super Like on YouTube, or by collaborating with the Foundation, is essential to continue this transformative mission.
The synergy between these two initiatives demonstrates that evangelization can be adapted to the needs of the modern times and reach people through digital media. By joining this mission, you not only enrich your spiritual life, but you also contribute to the formation of priests. Be part of this incredible transformation and help bring God's word to every corner of the world. corner of the world!
Avishka, from Sri Lanka: "My Buddhist and non-Catholic friends recognize us for our great joy".
This young seminarian from the island of Sri Lanka entered St. Aloysius Minor Seminary in Colombo in 2013, when he was 14 years old. In recent years, he has completed his studies in philosophy.
"I have a lovely family."
Avishka is the youngest of three siblings, has a married sister and a brother who is pursuing his higher education. His father used to work for the Ceylon Cooperation newspaper in Sri Lanka and is now retired. And his mother has always been devoted to the home and her children.
"I have a lovely family. They are Roman Catholics. I'm sure that my family environment has helped me a lot to become a Christian. and to discern my vocation," she expresses with joy.
A wonderful life as a teenager in Sri Lanka
This young seminarian was born in a village called Pamunugama, where there is a lively parish that helped him grow up during his adolescence.
"After receiving Communion, I went alter server (server) both in my parish and at my university. I was a member of the Holy Childhood Association. Those two unions helped me a lot in having a wonderful life in my adolescence. I had many friends, I worked with them, I prayed, I played, I enjoyed...it was incredible. In all those years I had the desire to become a priest," he says.
And at the age of 14 he began his "vocational journey", in which there were many joys, but also some tears. "However, after eleven years, when I look back, I see that the step forward I took at the time was thanks to the Love and Mercy of Christ. I do not know how to explain it. But I am sure that He is with me"he says.
Culture and spiritual atmosphere
How does a Catholic live in Sri Lanka, since the majority of the population, 70 % is Buddhist? In what ways can Catholics surprise in their country, we asked Avishka.
For him, Buddhism has spiritually enriched the culture of his country: "I am sure that whether a Sri Lankan citizen is a Buddhist, Hindu, Islamic or Catholic, born in a spiritual atmosphere. That really impacts a lot on the growth of the nation," he says.
The prestige of the Church in Sri Lanka
Although Catholics form minority groupsthe role of the Church in the country is highly regarded.. The Catholic majority of Sri Lanka is located in the coastal area such as Kalutara, Colombo, Negambo, Chillaw, Mannar, etc.
"The Church's stance on moral and social issues is highly appreciated in the country. For example, in the 2019 Easter Sunday bomb attackThe church raised its voice and stood up for justice for innocent people and victims," he says.
The great joy of Catholics
As a Catholic, he discovers something surprising for us to keep in mind: "What my non-Catholic friends identify is a great joy within us. They appreciate the sacrament of reconciliation because we know that in Christ, with Christ and through Christ we sinners are forgiven and redeemed. I am sure that this aspect of reconciliation that we have through the Mercy of Christ has given non-Catholics a positive psychological impact on them.".
Priests of the 21st century
And with these opportunities, for Avishka, the most potent weapons of a young priest in the 21st century are prayer for fidelity and perseveranceIn my opinion, being a young priest is difficult. It is a challenge in this individualistic and secularized world. But it is still possible if we are faithful to the vocation received from God. I am sure we should pray a lot for our perseverance, for that of all vocations and for our fidelity. For Christ everything is possible. I ask you all, friends and benefactors of the CARF Foundation prayers for our perseverance"he concludes.
Marta SantínJournalist specializing in religious information.
Jacobo de Mesa, a 21-year-old seminarian, tells us about his discernment
As a teenager he was lazy but one day he thought about discerning his vocation to the priesthood: "With the vocation crisis in the Church, if no seminarian vocations come from Christian families like mine, where would they come from?".
The challenge of a very international life
Jacobo was born in Madrid on Christmas Day 2002. But his life has been very international. Because of his father's work they moved to Mexico when he was a baby. Then to Panama, and when he was six years old he arrived in Kenya where he stayed until he was twelve years old. "Living those childhood years in a country like Kenya left a deep impression on me and I loved it."she says. Later they moved to Geneva, Switzerland, where he lived until he finished high school.
"The experience of living in several countries, although difficult, has helped me a lot to open my horizons and get to know the rich world in which we live. However, one of the most difficult aspects of this international life was finding groups of friends with whom to share the same faith. That's why my mother was always looking for Catholic summer camps for us to make friends in our homeland, but until 2018 I didn't end up liking any of them."Jacobo relates.
A commitment to Christian life
That year, her mother was in San Sebastian de Garabandal (Cantabria) where the Virgin is highly venerated and possible Marian apparitions are studied. Her mother met a group of young and smiling nuns from a congregation she did not know: the Servants of the Home of the Mother.
"We were invited to spend Holy Week in Madrid with other Hogar de la Madre families, and I remember that I loved it. From that same summer, I started attending the camps, and in 2020 I made my first commitment to Christian life (prayer, sacraments, etc.) in the youth movement of the Hogar de la Madre (HMJ)."says this young seminarian.
The retreat that changed his life
In her last year of high school, she participated in a retreat in Spain organized by the Servants of the Home of the Mother for young people.
"This four-day silent retreat changed my life, for it was the moment of my conversion. The Servants followed the method of St. Ignatius of Loyola, with meditations and long moments of silence before the Blessed Sacrament. It was in these moments of silence that I realized that my Christian life was not coherent.. I went to mass on Sundays, I did my daily prayer time, but all of it dragging my feet and a little forced. I realized how much the Lord had done for me, and how little I had done for him.".
After this conversion, he decided to take his spiritual life more seriously and by God's grace he began to attend daily Mass.
A Public Association of the Faithful
Jacobo is a candidate of the Servants of the Home of the Mother,an International Public Association of the Faithful, with pontifical approval of the Holy See, with three missions in the Church: the defense of the Eucharist; the defense of the honor of Our Mother, especially in the privilege of her virginity and the conquest of young people for Jesus Christ. Precisely in this last mission many young people, lay people and seminarians of the Servants of the Home of the Mother are very involved and committed and several of them have studied in Rome, in the University of the Holy Crossthanks to the support of the CARF Foundation.
Discernment of Jacobo de Mesa: with his family at Fatima
Where will vocations come from?
After finishing school in Geneva, he managed to enter the University of Comillas ICADE in Madrid to study a Double Degree in Law with Business Analytics.
"I realized during my second retreat that I had begun to study a career without asking the Lord what he wanted me to do with my life. And I thought that with the vocation crisis in the Church, if vocations were not coming from Christian families like mine, where would they come from? ? So in those same exercises I made the decision to spend a month of discernment living with the Servants at the Mother House, in the countryside in Cantabria, Spain."he tells us.
After finishing his first-year exams, he spent the month of June 2022 in the Cantabrian countryside. "It was a tough month because the Servants were living a demanding schedule for a lazy young man like me!"he exclaims.
Although he tried to open himself to the possibility of a vocation during his prayer times, he reached the end of the month without a certain conclusion.
"However, I thought I had found a good solution: the following year I would continue with my discernment, spending another month with the servants after my second-year exams.".
Jacob with his best friend at the abbey of Fontgombault.
God's plans
On the last day of his stay there, the Superior of the Servants proposed that he stay at home for a year to complete his discernment.
"The truth is that the proposal was a surprise, and inside I said no: I had had a hard time adapting to the rhythm in Madrid and making friends and I was not ready to move again. Besides, leaving my career and my major school (Moncloa) seemed crazy to me. However, the Superior asked me to be open to the Will of God, and to ask Our Lady for light, because I was about to go on a pilgrimage of young people to Medjugorje, also with the Servants of Charity."Jacobo explains.
Medjugorje, key to your discernment
It was in Medjugorje that she asked for light for this decision, and all the sacrifices she made were offered for this intention, but she did not see it at all clearly and was very afraid.
Jacob with a Servite priest in Covadonga while he was in discernment.
"Arriving at the end of the pilgrimage, climbing the Cross Mountain and praying the Way of the Cross, I was certain at one station that the Lord wanted me to give him this year of discernment. This moment was accompanied by much peace and joy, and although it lasted only a couple of minutes, this grace was enough for me to be able to tell the Superior of the Servants that I accepted his proposal. Although it was difficult for me to give up my plans, I returned to Cantabria in September of that year."he says.
That course of 2022-23 was very important for his spiritual and human maturation. He was living with other young boys of his age who were also discerning. There was a very good atmosphere and he was very happy. Some entered as candidates of the Servants, others continued their discernment in other communities and others went home.
Vocation is a call from the Lord
Jacob decided to discern his vocation and realized that he was not progressing in his discernment while he was comfortable with the Servants. Therefore, he decided to spend a month in May 2023 in a Benedictine monastery in France called Fontgombault to discern if he should become a monk. It was there that he heard the Lord's call to be a Servant of the Mother's Household. He entered as a candidate on July 1, 2023 and his first assignment was to the community in Rome, after a summer of camps.
Philosophy in Rome
He is now in Rome with great joy, at the Pontifical University of the Holy Cross, where he has begun to study the first year of philosophy with a view to the priesthood, in addition to continuing his second year of law studies at the UNED.
"I am very grateful to the CARF Foundation for giving me the opportunity to study in a university with such good facilities and well trained professors. I pray for you!"he concludes.
Gerardo Ferrara BA in History and Political Science, specializing in the Middle East. Head of the student body at the Pontifical University of the Holy Cross in Rome.
5 requirements and steps to become a priest in Spain
There are some steps to follow to become a priest in Spain from the moment you feel the call and vocation, until you are formed and receive the sacrament of priestly ordination.
In persona Christi
«...The priesthood is conferred by a particular Sacrament, by which the priests are priests, By the anointing of the Holy Spirit, they are sealed with a special character, and are configured with Christ in such a way that they can act in the person of Christ». (Cf. Second Vatican Council, Decree Presbyterorum Ordinis n. 2.)
How to become a priest?
To be priest first we have to feel the restlessness inside our hearts, if we understand that we have the vocation to continue on the path that God asks of us, we must go deeper into it.
Vocation and discernment
The vocation is the call. All people have a universal call to be holy, but each person in a different way. Vocations include consecrated life, priesthood, singleness and marriage.
The discernment is the lifelong process of ascertaining God's will through prayer and prayerfulness. spiritual guidance. This process requires a lot of patience.
Requirements to become a priest in Spain
In the Roman Catholic Church, it is a requirement to be a man. Everyone will have the freedom to begin a life consecrated to God.
Comply with the specific requirements of the Spanish Episcopal Conference.
Comply with the special requirements of each diocese. The bishops of each diocese are responsible for the formation and admission of future priests.
Studying at the seminary.
Receive the Sacrament of Priestly Ordination
Regarding the mission of a priest "Precisely because he belongs to Christ, the priest is radically at the service of men: he is a minister of their salvation, of their happiness, of their authentic liberation" Benedict XVI.
Steps to become a priest in Spain
Be priest Being a priest is not a decision to be taken lightly. It is a path that takes years to complete and therefore requires strength of heart and firm beliefs.
It is essential to participate in your parish and, in a word, to be an active part of the Church. It is also important to foster a deep habit of prayer and a balanced devotional life. This process goes hand in hand with a sense of vocation and discernment.
In order to become a priest, different sources of knowledge can help in making a decision. Along the way candidates will receive help from their formators and spiritual directors. "
"It is a matter of guarding and cultivating vocations, so that they may bear mature fruit. They are a "diamond in the rough" that must be worked with care, patience and respect for the conscience of the people, so that they may shine in the midst of the people of God.". Pope Francis
Join the Seminar
One of the most important steps to being a priest in Spain is to enter the seminary. Seminaries, such as the Sedes Sapientiae International Seminary in Rome and the Bidasoa International Seminary in Pamplona, form and house seminarians who come from all over the world, sent by their bishops, to study the last four years until their ordination to the diaconate.
Upon their return to their dioceses and after the corresponding practices, they will be ordained as priests.
Attend a Pontifical University
In some cases, and whenever the bishop of the diocese deems it necessary, seminarians may be formed in a more specialized and international center of studies, such as the pontifical universities. These are institutions that provide academic knowledge and where the universality of the Church is lived in the path of the Church. formation of priests.
The study centers promoted by the CARF Foundation are corporate tasks that Opus Dei places at the service of the bishops of the entire world.
All ecclesiastical studies pursued in pontifical institutions qualify for priestly ministry anywhere in the world, provided that the proper license is obtained.
Being called to holy orders
After completing seminary, a bishop may call you to holy orders and ordain you into ministry. The sacrament of priestly ordination consists of consecration to the ministry of service to the Church and to God, which requires full dedication and free disposition to God.
The sacrament of Orders grants the authority to exercise ecclesiastical functions and ministries. It is divided into three degrees of commitment:
TheepiscopateConfers the fullness of the order and makes the candidate the legitimate successor of the apostles and entrusts to him the offices of teaching, sanctifying and ruling.
ThepresbyterateThe candidate configures the candidate to Christ the priest and good shepherd. He is able to act in the name of Christ the head and to administer divine worship.
ThediaconateThe ordination of the candidate confers the order for service in the Church, through divine worship, preaching, guidance and above all, charity.
"The priest is not a psychologist, nor a sociologist, nor an anthropologist: he is another Christ, Christ himself, to attend to the souls of his brothers." It is Christ who passes by, 79
The work of the CARF Foundation
In the CARF Foundation we want all vocations to reach the priesthood. Therefore, we invite Christians to have a greater commitment and financially support candidates who wish to properly complete their priestly formation.
A solid priestly formation will enable them to better assist all people in the exercise of their ministry. pastoral work.
Testimonials
Sedes Sapientiae and Bidasoa residents spend up to six years in formation to serve the Church on five continents. They have already asked themselves the question of how to become a priest. They have gone through all the steps to become priests in Spain and around the world. Would you like to know their testimonials? We tell you about it on the CARF Foundation website.
Seminarians preparing to become priests are responding to God's call by dedicating their lives to the work of the Church. Just getting to the door of the seminary has already been a struggle and a commitment for all of them.
Infographic: Requirements to become a priest in Spain
Frequently asked questions about becoming a priest in Spain
What are the requirements to become a priest? To be a man, to be free for the consecrated life and to comply with the norms of the Episcopal Conference and the corresponding diocese. It is obligatory to study in the seminary and receive the sacrament of Holy Orders.
What steps should I take if I feel a vocation? He should confirm that concern through discernment (prayer and spiritual direction) and actively participate in his parish. It is not a light decision; it requires strength and patience.
Where and how long do you study? Formation takes place in seminaries (including international seminaries such as Sedes Sapientiae or Bidasoa) and, if the bishop so indicates, in Pontifical Universities. The process lasts for years, and can last up to six years of total formation.
What does it mean to act In persona Christi? It means that the priest, sealed by the Holy Spirit, acts as "another Christ" and not merely as a psychologist or sociologist. He is a minister dedicated to the salvation and happiness of souls.
What are the degrees of the sacrament of Orders? There are three degrees of commitment:
Diaconate: Service, preaching and charity
Presbyterate: Divine worship and function of Good Shepherd.
Episcopate: Fullness of the order, teaching and government (successor of the apostles).
